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COMDTNOTE 1000
SUBJ: 238TH BIRTHDAY OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY
1. On behalf of the United States Coast Guard, it is my privilege to
congratulate the soldiers of the United States Army as you celebrate
238 years of honorable service to our nation.
2. As the strength of the nation, the United States Army has
steadfastly defended our country and her people from all threats
since June 14, 1775. You and your families have continually and
selflessly made sacrifices to preserve and defend our way of life.
3. From your proud beginning as a militia of citizen-soldiers on the
fields of New England through twelve years of war in the mountains of
Afghanistan and the deserts of Iraq, you have earned the respect and
admiration of all as the finest fighting force the world has ever
known.
4. You fight and win our nations wars. And through western wildfires,
hurricanes in the east, floods in the heartland and raging winter
storms, this past year you have shown once again that you are always
ready to respond and serve our citizens at home as well.
5. On the 238th commemoration of the birth of the Army, the men and
women of the Coast Guard salute you and wish you the very best. May
you continue to enjoy great success in the service of a grateful
nation. You are Americas Army, providing service to the nation and
strength for the future.
6. ADM Bob Papp, Commandant, United States Coast Guard sends.
7. Internet release authorized.